Thread: Hydrogen Engine
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Old 12-13-2010, 10:51 AM   #17 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Angmaar View Post
In order to convert water into hydrogen you need electricity. This energy would be taken from the alternator (50% efficient) which would make the engine work harder and reduce your MPGs.

Yes thats true if your using the amperage and a lot in order to split it.. even if you install un upgraded 200amp alt. But for what you put in the enine it would out weigh the Alternator lowering MPG on your car.
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